Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a unique configuration for Fivem, a multiplayer title that is heavily dependent on both CPU and GPU performance. The benchmark data reveals a system that is strictly limited by its graphics solution, with the CPU showing significant headroom. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and settings, contextualizing the results with the hardware's specifications and its standing against other tested combinations.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and steep decline as resolution increases, which is the primary indicator of where the performance bottleneck lies. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 88 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings drops the average to 58 FPS, a reduction of 34%. The jump to 4K further crushes performance, landing at an average of 32 FPS, which is a 45% drop from the 1440p figure. This aggressive scaling is a classic symptom of a GPU-bound scenario; as the pixel count increases, the demand on the graphics processor grows exponentially, and the Arc B390 simply does not have the throughput to maintain high frame rates.

The trend is consistent across all settings. For instance, at High settings, the average FPS goes from 56 at 1080p, to 37 at 1440p (a 34% drop), and finally to 20 at 4K (a 46% drop from 1440p). The relative percentage drops between resolutions are remarkably similar, regardless of the preset. This consistency reinforces that the limiting component is the GPU, as the scaling penalty is uniform and not mitigated by lower graphical loads. If the CPU were the primary constraint, we would expect to see a smaller performance delta between 1080p and 1440p, as the CPU workload would remain similar while the GPU workload increased.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system is capable of producing playable, and in the case of Low settings, smooth performance. However, the Arc B390's capabilities are quickly exhausted when pushing higher resolutions. The 4K results, with averages ranging from 16 to 32 FPS, are firmly in unplayable territory for a fast-paced multiplayer game like Fivem. The scaling behavior indicates that users should treat this configuration as a 1080p-oriented setup, with 1440p being a stretch that requires significant compromises in graphical fidelity to achieve acceptable frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations for Fivem, this pairing of the Ryzen 5 5600G and the Intel Arc B390 is positioned near the bottom. The combo rank is 2656 out of 3005 tested combos, placing it in the 12th percentile of all systems. This is a very low standing, indicating that the vast majority of other configurations tested deliver better performance in this specific game.

The low rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU. The Arc B390's own benchmark percentile is a mere 9th percentile when compared to all GPUs, with an average 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482. Its nearest rivals in that benchmark are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (scoring 1463, a 1.3% difference) and the GeForce 800M (scoring 1460, a 1.5% difference). These are ancient, entry-level mobile parts, putting the Arc B390's raw graphical compute power into stark perspective. It is a GPU that is fundamentally outclassed by nearly all modern discrete solutions.

Conversely, the CPU is a relative powerhouse. The Ryzen 5 5600G sits in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21088. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i3-1220P (scoring 21066, a 0.1% difference) and the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (scoring 21112, a -0.1% difference). This places the CPU in the mid-to-upper echelon of processors, a stark contrast to the GPU. The massive disparity between the CPU's 74th percentile ranking and the GPU's 9th percentile ranking confirms a severe bottleneck; the processor is capable of feeding frames far faster than the graphics unit can render them. The overall combo rank is dragged down by this single, weak link in the chain.

Settings Recommendations

Given the measured data, the only viable path to a smooth experience is to prioritize performance over visual fidelity. The benchmark results clearly show that the "Ultra" preset is not a realistic option for this hardware, yielding an average of just 43 FPS even at 1080p. This is below the threshold for a comfortable multiplayer experience. The "High" preset at 1080p is playable with an average of 56 FPS, but it is not ideal for competitive play where frame time consistency is critical.

The optimal choice for this configuration is the "Low" preset at 1920x1080. This setting produces an average of 88 FPS, which is the only measured configuration that breaks into the high refresh rate territory. This provides the best balance, offering a significant performance headroom that can help mitigate frame drops during intense moments with many players or complex scenes. While the visual quality will be reduced, the substantial boost in frame rate is more valuable for the gameplay experience in Fivem.

If a user insists on higher visual quality, the "Medium" preset at 1080p is the only other acceptable option, with an average of 70 FPS. However, this comes with a 20% performance penalty compared to Low. At 1440p, the "Low" preset is the only one that approaches playability, averaging 58 FPS, but it is on the edge. The "Medium" preset at 1440p (46 FPS) and all 4K presets should be avoided, as they fall below the 60 FPS target and will feel sluggish. For the best experience, the data strongly suggests sticking to 1080p with the Low preset, with Medium as a fallback if visual quality is paramount.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the exact average frame rates measured for this specific configuration in Fivem. The "Medium" settings are the only ones with min and max FPS data, providing some insight into frame time stability.

• 1920x1080:
• Low: Average 88 FPS.
• Medium: Average 70 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS.
• High: Average 56 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 43 FPS.

• 2560x1440:
• Low: Average 58 FPS.
• Medium: Average 46 FPS, with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS.
• High: Average 37 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 29 FPS.

• 3840x2160:
• Low: Average 32 FPS.
• Medium: Average 25 FPS, with a minimum of 22 FPS and a maximum of 29 FPS.
• High: Average 20 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 16 FPS.

The 1080p Medium results are the most stable of the bunch, with a 21 FPS spread between minimum and maximum. This suggests that while the average is decent, there are still noticeable dips that could be distracting. The 1440p Medium and 4K Medium data show even tighter spreads (14 FPS and 7 FPS respectively), but this is likely because the frame rates are so low that there is little room for variation. The lack of min/max data for other presets limits a full stability analysis, but the averages alone paint a clear picture of a system that is struggling to keep up with modern gaming demands at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware in Fivem?

A: The best measured configuration is 1920x1080 with the Low preset, which achieves an average of 88 FPS. This is the only combination that provides a frame rate high enough for a consistently smooth experience.

Q: Can this system run Fivem at 4K?

A: Technically yes, but all 4K presets are unplayable. The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 32 FPS on Low settings, with the Ultra preset only managing 16 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The GPU is the overwhelming bottleneck. The Intel Arc B390 ranks in the 9th percentile of all GPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G ranks in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. The GPU's performance is so low that it severely caps the frame output.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: In the 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark, the Arc B390 (score of 1482) is only 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and 2.7% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710, placing it in the same performance tier as those very old entry-level GPUs.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G compare to other CPUs?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600G has an average benchmark score of 21088, which places it 0.1% above the Intel Core i3-1220P and 0.4% above the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U. It is a mid-range performer that is not the cause of the low frame rates.

Q: What is the overall ranking of this system for Fivem?

A: This combination of CPU and GPU ranks 2656th out of 3005 tested combos. This puts it in the bottom 12% of all systems tested for this specific game, a poor overall result driven by the GPU's limitations.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, code-named Cezanne. It has a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This processing power is substantial, and its benchmark scores reflect that. For example, it scores 10551 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 1409 in single-core, and 8428 in Geekbench multicore. These are strong numbers that place it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it can handle complex simulation and physics calculations that are common in a multiplayer game like Fivem.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary constraint in this pairing. In Fivem, which often has a high CPU load due to many connected players and custom scripts, the 5600G's 12 threads provide ample headroom. The average FPS differences between 1080p and 1440p are similar in percentage terms, which would not be the case if the CPU were the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would be similar regardless of resolution. The fact that performance scales down significantly with resolution points directly to the GPU being the limiting component. The CPU is ready to deliver more frames, but the Intel Arc B390 cannot keep up with its requests, leaving significant performance potential on the table.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is the clear weak link in this system. It is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, with 1536 shading units. Despite the modern architecture, its raw performance is exceptionally low. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs, putting it on par with NVIDIA's GeForce GT 520MX and GeForce 800M, which are over a decade old.

The GPU's VRAM is "System Shared", meaning it uses a portion of the system's DDR4 memory, and its bandwidth is "System Dependent". This is a significant disadvantage for a game like Fivem, which can have large, detailed environments and many assets. The shared memory architecture is slow compared to dedicated VRAM, and the low overall compute power (7.680 TFLOPS FP32) is simply not enough to render the game smoothly at higher resolutions. The data confirms this, as even at 1080p, the GPU can only manage an average of 43 FPS on Ultra settings. The Arc B390 is fundamentally a low-power, low-performance solution that is only suitable for light gaming at the lowest settings and resolutions.